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Robotics Engineering

Entry Year: 2024

7 study options

Robotics Engineering BEng (Hons)

Key information

Degree
BEng (Hons)
Duration
3 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS code
H67A
Institution code
Q50
Typical A-Level offer
Grades AAB at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Full entry requirements (including contextual admissions)
Home fees
£9,250
Overseas fees
£28,350
Funding information
Paying your fees

Engineering with Foundation BEng (Hons)

Key information

Degree
BEng (Hons)
Duration
4 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS code
HHX3
Institution code
Q50
Typical A-Level offer
Grades BBB at A-Level.
Full entry requirements (including contextual admissions)
Home fees
£9,250
Overseas fees
£23,350
Funding information
Paying your fees

Robotics Engineering with Industrial Experience BEng (Hons)

Key information

Degree
BEng (Hons)
Duration
4 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS code
H673
Institution code
Q50
Typical A-Level offer
Grades AAB at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Full entry requirements (including contextual admissions)
Home fees
£9,250
Overseas fees
£28,350
Funding information
Paying your fees

Robotics Engineering with Year Abroad BEng (Hons)

Key information

Degree
BEng (Hons)
Duration
4 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS code
H67Y
Institution code
Q50
Typical A-Level offer
Grades AAB at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Full entry requirements (including contextual admissions)
Home fees
£9,250
Overseas fees
£28,350
Funding information
Paying your fees

Year abroad cost

Finances for studying abroad on exchange

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Robotics Engineering MEng (Hons)

Key information

Degree
MEng (Hons)
Duration
4 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS code
H67B
Institution code
Q50
Typical A-Level offer
Grades AAA at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Full entry requirements (including contextual admissions)
Home fees
£9,250
Overseas fees
£28,350
Funding information
Paying your fees

Robotics Engineering with Industrial Experience MEng (Hons)

Key information

Degree
MEng (Hons)
Duration
5 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS code
H67C
Institution code
Q50
Typical A-Level offer
Grades AAA at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Full entry requirements (including contextual admissions)
Home fees
£9,250
Overseas fees
£28,350
Funding information
Paying your fees

Robotics Engineering with Year Abroad MEng (Hons)

Key information

Degree
MEng (Hons)
Duration
5 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS code
H67X
Institution code
Q50
Typical A-Level offer
Grades AAA at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Full entry requirements (including contextual admissions)
Home fees
£9,250
Overseas fees
£28,350
Funding information
Paying your fees

Year abroad cost

Finances for studying abroad on exchange

View details

Overview

Get hands-on experience of how robots and intelligent systems are designed and built, and gain knowledge of how they are applied across society.

Real-life robots might be a bit different from the ones on our screens, but theyre completely changing sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, transport, agriculture and energy. Global employers need people like you to become engineers, to build the technology of the future.

Our undergraduate robotics engineering course was one of the first in the UK to provide core robotics education. It combines expertise in mechanical, electronic and computer systems to show you whats possible in this field. Learn from world-leading experts and use our robotics hub, rapid prototyping facilities, MakerSpace and electronics laboratories.

Surrounded by experts

Youll have opportunities to learn robot design and control, computer programming, software engineering, embedded systems and artificial intelligence expertise thats in high demand. If you choose the MEng option, youll also explore specialised areas such as computer vision, machine learning and real-time control.

Engineers, computer scientists, clinical experts and psychologists are all carrying out research at the Centre for Advanced Robotics. Together theyre investigating everything from autonomous systems and cognition to human-robot interaction and medical robotics.

With opportunities to get involved with research, industrial projects and internships, youll gain the experience you need to stand out. Decide how you want to make an impact and well help you get there.

Structure

You can complete your Robotics Engineering degree in three, four or five years.

Year 0

Foundation

Semester 1

Compulsory

  • Physics - Mechanics and Materials
  • Essential Foundation Mathematics
  • Communication in Science & Technology
  • Mathematics B (double module across Semester 1 and 2)

Semester 2

Compulsory

  • Physics - Fields and Waves
  • Physics - Electricity and Atomic Physics
  • Introduction to Engineering
  • Mathematics B (double module across Semester 1 and 2)

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Year 1

  • EMS402U - Engineering Design
  • EMS410U - Experimental Design and Practice 1
  • EMS412U - Computational and Mathematical Modelling 1
  • ECS401U - Procedural Programming
  • EMS450U - Exploring Engineering
  • EMS420U - Experimental Design and Practice 2
  • EMS418U - Computational and Mathematical Modelling 2
  • ECS414U - Object-Oriented Programming 
  • EMS499U - Professional Skills for Engineers

You can look up module descriptions using our module directory.

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Year 2

  • EMS516U - Introduction to Robotics
  • EMS512U - Instrumentation and Measurements
  • ECS533U - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • EMS520U - Neuromechanics and Bioelectricity of Movement
  • EMS507U - Control System Analysis and Design
  • EMS511U - Robot Design and Mechatronics
  • EMS506U - Numerical Methods and Data Science in Engineering
  • EMS505U - Applied Solid Mechanics
  • EMS599U - Professional Skills for Engineers

You can look up module descriptions using our module directory.

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Year 3

Compulsory:

  • EMS690U - Integrated Design Project (30 credits)
  • EMS627U - Modelling and Control of Robotic Systems
  • ECS638U - Design for Human Interaction
  • EMS628U - Advanced Robotic Systems
  • ECS659U - Neural Networks and Deep Learning
  • EMS699U - Advanced Professional Skills for Engineers 

Optional modules:

  • EMS601U - Electrical Systems for Renewable Energies
  • EMS624U - Functional Materials
  • EMS620U - Processing and Analysis in Medical Imaging
  • EMS622U - Sustainability Assessment for Design
  • EMS619U - Biomedical Device Development
  • EMS603U - Vehicles for the Future

You can look up module descriptions using our module directory.

The credit load for elective modules are to be balanced across semesters.

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Year 4

  • EMS729U - Cognitive Robotics
  • EMS700U - Industry/Research Project
  • EMS727U – Mechatronics

Optional modules:

  • ECS709U - Introduction to Computer Vision
  • EMS702U - Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Engineering
  • EMS707U - Digital Signal Acquisition and Processing
  • EMS701U - Medical Robotics and Surgical Techniques
  • EMS771U - Engineering Project Management
  • EMS726U - Engineering Design Optimisation and Decision Making

You can look up module descriptions using our module directory.

The credit load for elective modules are to be balanced across semesters.

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Study options

Apply for this degree with any of the following options. Take care to use the correct UCAS code - it may not be possible to change your selection later.

Integrated foundation year

Students who do not have the required high school qualifications for admission to this degree, or who do not meet their UCAS conditional offers, may be considered for our foundation year.

You will enrol onto Engineering BEng with Foundation. Successful completion of the foundation year will offer progression to a range of degrees in the School of Engineering and Material Sciences, including BEng or MEng Robotics Engineering.

International students who may not have had the chance to study A-level-equivalent qualifications may qualify for our one-year International Science and Engineering Foundation Programme, commonly known as the ISEFP.

On successfully completing the ISEFP, and subject to meeting the progression requirements, you are guaranteed a place on your chosen degree programme at Queen Mary.

Year in industry

Apply for our Robotics Engineering BEng or MEng with Industrial Experience to spend a year on placement, gaining practical experience and building professional contacts.

The industrial experience year can be taken in Year 3 or 4 of a BEng programme or Year 3, 4 or 5 of an MEng programme.

Please note that industrial placements are highly competitive and awarded based on application, academic track record and performance at interview.

Master of Engineering (MEng)

Add on an integrated masters to complete advanced modules and a high-level group project.

Year abroad

Go global and study abroad as part of your degree. Queen Mary has links with universities in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia (partnerships vary for each degree programme).

Find out more about study abroad opportunities at Queen Maryincluding the progression requirements.

You can do either a year in industry or a year abroad - you cannot combine these options.

Testimonial

"This program has equipped me with an exceptional set of fundamental skills highly sought after by employers. What sets this degree apart is its versatility, combining Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and AI/Computer Science, paving the way for a multitude of opportunities post-graduation. The dedicated lecturers, especially during my first year, played a crucial role in my academic journey. They provided valuable support through targeted sessions for students struggling with specific subjects."

Marya Graoui, Robotics Engineering 2024

Teaching

Teaching and learning

You'll learn through a combination of lectures, laboratory practicals and problem-based learning.

You should plan for 14-17 hours of formal teaching each week, plus time spent on group projects. For every hour spent in class, you’ll complete a further one to two hours of independent study.

Assessment

Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework, written reports, projects, presentations, group work and exams in the summer.

Resources and facilities

We offer excellent on-campus resources to aid your studies, including:

  • a state-of-the-art robotics lab for teaching and research, equipped with mobile robots, robot arms and manipulation devices
  • undergraduate teaching labs
  • an award-winning informatics teaching laboratory with more than 300 PCs.

Entry requirements

A-LevelGrades AAB at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
IBInternational Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level, and either Physics or Chemistry, also at Higher Level.
BTECSee our detailed subject and grade requirements
Access HEWe consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
GCSEMinimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.
EPQ

Alternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification.

For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq

Contextualised admissions

Our standard contextual offer: Grades BBB including Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

Our enhanced contextual offer (for care experienced students, refugee/asylum seekers or students who have completed Realising Opportunities or Access to Queen Mary): Grades BBC including BB in Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

More information on how this information is used for a contextual offer can be found on our contextualised admissions page.

A-LevelGrades BBB at A-Level.
IBInternational Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 30 points overall, including 5,5,5 from three Higher Level subjects.
BTECSee our detailed subject and grade requirements
Access HEWe consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 27 credits must be at Distinction and 18 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
GCSEMinimum five GCSE passes including English and Maths at grade C or 4.
Contextualised admissionsWe consider every application on its individual merits and will take into consideration your individual educational experiences and context. More information on how academic schools and programmes use this information as part of the admissions process, can be found on our contextualised admissions pages.
A-LevelGrades AAB at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
IBInternational Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level, and either Physics or Chemistry, also at Higher Level.
BTECSee our detailed subject and grade requirements
Access HEWe consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
GCSEMinimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.
EPQAlternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification. For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq
Contextualised admissionsOur standard contextual offer: Grades BBB including Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

Our enhanced contextual offer (for care experienced students, refugee/asylum seekers or students who have completed Realising Opportunities or Access to Queen Mary): Grades BBC including BB in Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

More information on how this information is used for a contextual offer can be found on our contextualised admissions page.
A-LevelGrades AAB at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
IBInternational Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level, and either Physics or Chemistry, also at Higher Level.
BTECSee our detailed subject and grade requirements
Access HEWe consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
GCSEMinimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.
EPQAlternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification. For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq
Contextualised admissionsOur standard contextual offer: Grades BBB including Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

Our enhanced contextual offer (for care experienced students, refugee/asylum seekers or students who have completed Realising Opportunities or Access to Queen Mary): Grades BBC including BB in Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

More information on how this information is used for a contextual offer can be found on our contextualised admissions page.
A-LevelGrades AAA at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
IBInternational Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 36 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level, and either Physics or Chemistry, also at Higher Level.
BTECBTEC qualifications are not considered for entry to this programme.
Access HEWe consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
GCSEMinimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.
EPQAlternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification. For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq
Contextualised admissionsOur standard contextual offer: Grades ABB including AB in Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

Our enhanced contextual offer (for care experienced students, refugee/asylum seekers or students who have completed Realising Opportunities or Access to Queen Mary): Grades BBB including Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

More information on how this information is used for a contextual offer can be found on our contextualised admissions page.
A-LevelGrades AAA at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
IBInternational Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 36 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level, and either Physics or Chemistry, also at Higher Level.
BTECBTEC qualifications are not considered for entry to this programme.
Access HEWe consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
GCSEMinimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.
EPQAlternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification. For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq
Contextualised admissionsOur standard contextual offer: Grades ABB including AB in Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

Our enhanced contextual offer (for care experienced students, refugee/asylum seekers or students who have completed Realising Opportunities or Access to Queen Mary): Grades BBB including Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

More information on how this information is used for a contextual offer can be found on our contextualised admissions page.
A-LevelGrades AAA at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, preferably Physics, Electronics, Chemistry or Computing. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.
IBInternational Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 36 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level, and either Physics or Chemistry, also at Higher Level.
BTECBTEC qualifications are not considered for entry to this programme.
Access HEWe consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 credits must be at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis.
GCSEMinimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.
EPQAlternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification. For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq
Contextualised admissionsOur standard contextual offer: Grades ABB including AB in Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

Our enhanced contextual offer (for care experienced students, refugee/asylum seekers or students who have completed Realising Opportunities or Access to Queen Mary): Grades BBB including Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Excludes General Studies, Critical Thinking.

More information on how this information is used for a contextual offer can be found on our contextualised admissions page.

Non-UK students

We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit International Admissions for full details.

English language

Find out more about our English language entry requirements, including the types of test we accept and the scores needed for entry to the programme.

You may also be able to meet the English language requirement for your programme by joining a summer pre-sessional programme before starting your degree.

Further information

See our general undergraduate entry requirements.

Funding

Loans and grants

UK students accepted onto this course are eligible to apply for tuition fee and maintenance loans from Student Finance England or other government bodies.

Scholarships and bursaries

Queen Mary offers a generous package of scholarships and bursaries, which currently benefits around 50 per cent of our undergraduates.

Scholarships are available for home, EU and international students. Specific funding is also available for students from the local area. International students may be eligible for a fee reduction. We offer means-tested funding, as well as subject-specific funding for many degrees.

Find out what scholarships and bursaries are available to you.

Support from Queen Mary

We offer specialist support on all financial and welfare issues through our Advice and Counselling Service, which you can access as soon as you have applied for a place at Queen Mary.

Take a look at our Student Advice Guides which cover ways to finance your degree, including:

  • additional sources of funding
  • planning your budget and cutting costs
  • part-time and vacation work
  • money for lone parents.

Careers

Robotics bridges the gap between mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and computer science, opening up a range of careers. Graduates are well placed to find work in manufacturing, technology or medical robotics, as well as in research and development.

Recent Engineering graduates have been hired by companies including:

  • The Civil Service
  • FDM Group
  • United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority

With job roles including:

  • Graduate Engineer
  • Graduate Mechatronics Engineer

*GOS 2019-21

Career support

The Queen Mary careers team offer:

  • specialist advice on choosing a career path
  • support with finding work experience, internships and graduate jobs
  • feedback on CVs, cover letters and application forms
  • interview coaching.

Data for these courses

Robotics Engineering - BEng (Hons)

Engineering with Foundation - BEng (Hons)

Robotics Engineering with Industrial Experience - BEng (Hons)

Robotics Engineering with Year Abroad - BEng (Hons)

Robotics Engineering - MEng (Hons)

Robotics Engineering with Industrial Experience - MEng (Hons)

Robotics Engineering with Year Abroad - MEng (Hons)

The Discover Uni dataset (formerly Unistats)

About the School

The School of Engineering and Materials Science attracts some of the brightest minds from across the country, and the world. The most recent national assessment of the quality of university research (REF 2021) placed us seventh for our engineering research (Times Higher Education) and second for the quality of our research outputs.

Our academic staff have extensive contacts with major industrial companies in engineering and materials science, and there is constant interaction between industry, research and our teaching.

Our students benefit from personal contact with approachable teaching staff in small-group settings, where discussion and feedback is actively encouraged.

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